There is an application call for Intern – Environment Affairs at UNEP in Panama. The deadline for the application is 22nd July 2020.

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) is the leading global environmental authority that sets the global environmental agenda, promotes the coherent implementation of the environmental dimension of sustainable development within the United Nations system and serves as an authoritative advocate for the global environment.

Responsibilities

Daily responsibilities will depend on the individual’s background; the intern’s assigned office as well as the internship period.

Under the Supervision of the Environment under Review Subprogramme Coordinator the Intern will:

• General support for the development of the biennial work plan of the Subprogram Environment Under Review (EuR), keeping communication with focal points in Latin America.
• Additionally, the candidate will ensure smooth coordination and exchange of information with national ILAC (Latin American and the Caribbean Initiative for Sustainable Development) focal points through regular communications and meetings.
• Receive feedback and inputs from Countries regarding the current production of SDGs and ILAC indicators and critical needs in terms of data and statistics capacity;
• Furthermore, the incumbent will facilitate the participation of ILAC Focal Points in all meetings organized by UNEP related to SDG indicators where UN Environment is the custodian agency.
• Also, he/she will develop an assessment of the existing webpages/platforms currently used at the national and regional level to monitor the progress of SDG indicators.
• Likewise, the intern will conduct secondary data research to support the development of concept notes, proposals, policy briefs or activities, and so on…

Competencies

Communication:

• Speaks and writes clearly and effectively
• Listens to others, correctly interprets messages from others and responds appropriately
• Asks questions to clarify, and exhibits interest in having two-way communication
• Tailors language, tone, style and format to match the audience

Teamwork:

• Works collaboratively with colleagues to achieve organizational goals
• Solicits input by genuinely valuing others’ ideas and expertise; is willing to learn from others
• Places team agenda before personal agenda

Education

Applicants must at the time of application meet one of the following requirements:

• a. Be enrolled in a graduate school programme (second university degree or equivalent, or higher);
• b. Be enrolled in the final academic year of a first university degree program (minimum Bachelor’s level or equivalent);
• c. Have graduated with a university degree and, if selected, must commence the internship within a one-year period of graduation.
• Additionally, the intern should be computer literate in standard software applications.
• Also, he/she should have demonstrated a keen interest in the work of the United Nations and have a personal commitment to the ideals of the Charter;
• Also, have a demonstrated ability to successfully interact with individuals of different cultural backgrounds and beliefs, which include willingness to try and understand and be tolerant of differing opinions and views.
• Studiest in economics, statistics or environmental science prefered or other relevant fields.

Work Experience

Applicants are not required to have professional work experience for participation in the programme.

Languages

Excellent writing and communication skills in English and Spanish are required for this internship, since work will require research and communication, including reading and interviews, in both languages. Working knowledge of French is desirable.

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